As a general guide, most friendly cats will enjoy being touched around the regions where their facial glands are located, including the base of their ears, under their chin, and around their cheeks. These places are usually preferred over areas such as their tummy, back and base of their tail.
What is the best way to stroke a cat?
What is the best way to stroke a cat?
- Gently offer your hand to the cat, allow the cat to approach you, and let them choose if they want to interact or not.
- If the cat wants to be touched, they will rub against you. If they don't make contact, avoid stroking the cat.
- Allow the cat to control how much you stroke them.
Where do cats like to be petted?
2. Learn Where Your Cat Likes to Be Petted. In general, cats prefer to be stroked along their back or scratched under the chin or around the ears. Paws, tails, their underbellies and their whiskers (which are super sensitive) are best avoided.
